Pakistan and China are set to deepen their higher education partnership as Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Dr Niaz Ahmed Akhtar, visited Fudan University in Shanghai to explore new opportunities for academic collaboration, research, and innovation. During the
Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Prof Dr Niaz Ahmed Akhtar, officially inaugurated the first session of the Vice Chancellors Forum for the Islamabad-Rawalpindi twin cities at the University of Rawalpindi, marking a significant step toward enhancing collaboration among
The Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, has congratulated organizers, partner universities, and students on the successful conclusion of the four-day 6th International Students Convention & Expo, describing it as a milestone in academic diplomacy
Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced that its Need-Based Scholarship Programme has supported more than 46,800 financially disadvantaged students enrolled in public universities since its launch in 2012, marking a major milestone in efforts to make higher education more
Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) has officially opened applications for fully funded PhD scholarships at top 100 universities in the United States under the flagship US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor, setting an application deadline of April 30, 2026. The prestigious programme offers
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced an immediate nationwide ban on the establishment and operation of university sub-campuses at the tehsil level, citing deep-rooted concerns over academic quality, sustainability, and student outcomes. The decision comes after a comprehensive review
The University of Management and Technology (UMT) has secured a significant research milestone as its School of Systems and Technology wins a competitive grant under the Higher Education Commission’s National Research Program for Universities for the 2025–26 cycle, marking a
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has officially announced the final schedule for the Law Admission Test 2026, setting clear timelines for aspiring law students seeking entry into five-year LLB programs across institutions recognized by both the HEC and the Pakistan
In a major step toward digital transformation in higher education, Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced plans to introduce the first phase of a blockchain-powered degree attestation system by June 2026. The initiative aims to modernize the verification process, making
COMSTECH and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan have agreed to enhance cooperation in the fields of science, technology, and higher education through a range of joint initiatives. The understanding was reached during an important meeting between Prof Dr Muhammad